Course Outline: Business Organizations concerns the state and federal law applicable to partnerships, corporations, and other similar entities. In general, the course deals with the formation, operation, and dissolution of these various types of business enterprises. The readings focus upon the legal rights, privileges, and obligations associated with the entities themselves, as well as with their owners, directors, managers, and employees. Both doctrinal principles and policy underpinnings will be explored and emphasized throughout the class.

For the first AND second class:
Casebook: 1-6; Handout on Agency.
Note: The handout frequently refers to specific provisions in the statutory supplement. Please be sure to read those referenced provisions as well.